Cheap Apartments for Rent in Whatcom County, WA from $500 (28 Rentals)
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Monterra Apartments

2736 Stein Hill Ln

730 A St

4116 Prince Ct

109 Samish Way

Sterling Meadows Farm & Fish Worker Community
Whatcom County, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Whatcom County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whatcom County Studio Apartments | $1,603 | $1,250 | $2,220 |
| Whatcom County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,738 | $825 | $2,601 |
| Whatcom County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,117 | $725 | $3,500 |
| Whatcom County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,333 | $708 | $3,595 |
| Whatcom County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $700 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Whatcom County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Whatcom County, WA is a 2 Beds unit found at Viking Gardens in the WWU neighborhood priced from $725. Taylor Heights in the WWU neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Whatcom County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viking Gardens | 2x2 - By the bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $725 |
| Taylor Heights | 4x2 - By the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $795 |
| Forest Hill Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1BA | $825 |
| University Heights | 2x2 - By the Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
| Gateway Lofts | Studio XL | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Stanford Apartments | McKenzie up, small K | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Bell Mall Villa 2 | 1x1 Deluxe Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Village on the Green | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Brand New Apartments for Rent | 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom | Type 2 - 1 Bed 1 Bath W/Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Whatcom County, WA
As of November 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Whatcom County area is the $0.55 price per square foot 3x1.5 Model at Forest Hill Apartments in the in the WWU neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Whatcom County apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Model at 1821 Eastgate Loop starting at $2,200 with a $1.57 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Whatcom County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Apartments | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.55 |
| 1821 Eastgate Loop | 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.57 |
| 312 S Forest St, Unit South Hill Apartment | 312 S Forest St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Regency Park | 4 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Stateside | 4x2 D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.69 |
| Depot Estates | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| University Heights | 4x2 - By the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.66 |
| The Wilder | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| The U | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Viking Gardens | 3x2 - By the Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Whatcom County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Whatcom County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Whatcom County is under $1,445.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Whatcom County?
The cheapest apartment in Whatcom County is Stanford Apartments which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Whatcom County costs $4,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Whatcom County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 46 regular apartments in Whatcom County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Whatcom County?
Cheap apartments in Whatcom County have an average cost of $321 which is $4,579 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Whatcom County.
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